H. V. Brown papers.
| Author/creator | Brown, Harold V. creator. |
| Format | Archival & Manuscript Material |
| Production | 1939-1943. |
| Description | 0.055 Cubic ft. (55 items) |
| Supplemental Content | Finding aid |
| Subjects |
| Scope and content | Papers (1939-1943) include mainly correspondence from a U.S. naval officer describing life on the minesweeper USS YMS-62 (1942-1943) during World War II while stationed in New Oleans and Burwood in Louisiana, at sea, and in Algeria. Lieutenant Commander Brown also records his impressions of Algeria in these letters. |
| Access restriction | No access restrictions. |
| Cite as | H. V. Brown Papers (#703), East Carolina Manuscript Collection, J. Y. Joyner Library, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA. |
| Terms of use | Literary rights to specific documents are retained by the authors or their descendants in accordance with U.S. copyright law. |
| Acquisitions source | Joyner- Gift of Friends of ECU Library. |
| Biographical note | Harold V. Brown ("Brownie"), originally from St. Joseph, Mich., served in the pre-war Navy on the Great Lakes. During World War II, Brown commanded the auxiliary motor minesweeper, USS YMS-62 (1942-1943). During this command Brown was promoted and was stationed in Louisiana and Algeria. |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | Manuscript Collection | #703 - DOES NOT CIRCULATE | ✔ Available | Request Material |